There was a time when bed bugs were almost eliminated in this country. By the end of World War II, it looked like these household pests that had bugged humans for centuries were on their way out. But bed bugs made a comeback. Now they’re everywhere. Pesticides such as DDT […]
If you’re a gardening enthusiast in Denver, the presence of bugs may raise an eyebrow. But experienced gardeners know that while many insects are garden destroyers, others are actually helpful. Denver is home to several garden-friendly insects that keep your garden free of unwanted pests. But they’re usually unappreciated and […]
Think of Denver and ticks, and the first thing that might come to mind is Rocky Mountain spotted fever. But that’s a common misconception. “Despite the name, it’s very rare,” says Dr. Whitney Cranshaw, a professor of entomology at Colorado State University. Ticks, in general, are rare in urban areas […]
Got deer? If so, then you’ve no doubt dealt with the disappointment of them feasting on your fabulous foliage. As we continue to build homes in their habitats, deer have to look for other sources of food. Often, they choose the readily available plants in our yards and gardens. While […]
If you’ve ever tried to plant flowers before the last frost in Denver, you know the climate can be tricky with its wild weather variations. Cold temperatures in the winter, hot days in the summer, snowfall, heavy rains, damaging hail, drought … you get the picture. The soil is also […]
Having a tree in your yard that you absolutely despise is the bane of many homeowners, especially if it is high maintenance, causing you to continuously curse at it. I know, I’ve been there and it brought me great joy to finally cut that thing down. To help you avoid […]
When I moved from the flatlands of the humid Midwest to the Mountain West with its breath-shortening elevations and semi-arid to desert conditions, there was a steep learning curve for me. I had to relearn how to bake, and I had to change some of what I knew about taking […]
We get it. When you’re looking to plant trees in your yard, you want something that looks aesthetically pleasing and casts a lot of shade. But do you think about whether a tree is native to your area as well? Finding trees native to the Denver area should be an […]
Urban living provides an unparalleled lifestyle–amazing walkability, strong community, and vibrant energy at every turn. But, if you live in a charming Denver townhome or a modern Mile High City condo, you may be sans garden. What do you do? The answer is simple; join a community garden! With community […]
The heavy snow is headed out of town, and with weather heating up it’s time to start thinking about lawn care in Denver. With sunny skies in the forecast, spring fever will be easy to catch. Start with these five steps to prep your lawn to be healthy and green […]